Gezicht op de ruïne van het huis van Marco Olconio te Pompeï, Italië 1870 - 1890

"Gezicht op de ruïne van het huis van Marco Olconio te Pompeï, Italië" is a black and white photograph by Giorgio Sommer from the late 19th century. The photograph depicts the ruined interior of a Roman house in Pompeii, Italy, with a series of columns in the foreground and a view of Mount Vesuvius in the distance. This photograph is a powerful example of how photography could be used to document historical sites. The detail of the ruins provides a glimpse into the daily life of the ancient Romans, while the majestic Mount Vesuvius serves as a reminder of the destructive power of nature. This photograph is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.